Latest Argentina Mining Sector News

Galan Lithium has delivered the nanofiltration plant to its Hombre Muerto West site, pushing Phase 1 construction to 85% completion and targeting first lithium chloride concentrate production in H1 2026.

Pursuit Minerals has made significant strides in its Argentine lithium and gold ventures, progressing its Rio Grande Sur feasibility study and completing the Sascha Marcelina gold project acquisition. The company is poised to begin drilling and further technical work in early 2026.

Argosy Minerals has completed detailed engineering for a 40MW energy infrastructure project to supply its Rincon Lithium Project in Argentina, marking a key step towards commercialisation and cost efficiency.

Lake Resources has secured a crucial environmental management plan approval for its Kachi Lithium Project, marking a significant step toward final environmental impact assessment clearance and sustainable lithium production.

Unico Silver has reported a transformative September quarter, highlighted by a 73% increase in its Cerro Leon Mineral Resource Estimate to 162 million ounces silver equivalent and the restart of a fully funded 30,000-metre drill campaign at Joaquin, backed by a $25 million equity placement.

NewPeak Metals has acquired the remaining 49% stake in its Las Opeñas gold project in Argentina, consolidating full ownership and setting the stage for upcoming exploration activities.

Unico Silver Limited has raised $25 million through a share placement to accelerate drilling and resource upgrades at its key silver projects in Argentina, aiming to define a major silver equivalent resource.

Pursuit Minerals has achieved a key milestone with its first high-purity lithium carbonate production at its pilot plant in Argentina, setting the stage for commercial development of its Rio Grande Sur project. The company is streamlining its focus on Argentina, advancing feasibility studies and strategic acquisitions amid a supportive mining environment.

Argosy Minerals has reached a key agreement to develop a 40MW energy infrastructure for its Rincon Lithium Project in Argentina, paving the way for expanded lithium production and enhanced project viability.

Lake Resources has completed a critical Front-End Engineering Design study for power delivery to its Kachi Lithium Project, confirming grid connection as a viable path forward. This milestone aligns with a broader regional push to enhance sustainable mining infrastructure in Argentina’s Puna Region.

Pursuit Minerals has dispatched high-purity lithium carbonate samples from its Argentine pilot plant to potential partners, advancing feasibility studies for a 5,000tpa operation while exploring strategic acquisitions in precious and base metals.